Pilot survives U-2 crash, recovery continues Published Jan. 27, 2003 OSAN AIR BASE, South Korea (AFPN) -- An Air Force U-2 Dragon Lady pilot ejected safely before his aircraft crashed Jan. 26 near Hwa Song city, south of Seoul.The pilot was taken to the base hospital here where his was listed in stable condition. He is being treated for a back injury and is expected to recover fully. The pilot is assigned to the 5th Reconnaissance Squadron here.Four local civilians on the ground were also injured in the crash, and property at the crash site was damaged.Snow and freezing temperatures prevented cleanup efforts Jan. 27, but base officials are hopeful that recovery will be completed by Jan. 28.A board of officers will investigate the cause of the crash.